What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles is to bus which costs £29 - £90 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Mumbles?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Southend Park via Bristol Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Mumbles?

The distance between Barnstaple and Mumbles is 208 miles. The road distance is 165.8 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Mumbles without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £90 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Mumbles bus from?

Barnstaple to Mumbles bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Mumbles?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £90 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Mumbles bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Mumbles bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Mumbles?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Mumbles is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Barnstaple to Mumbles.

Where can I stay near Mumbles?

There are 808+ hotels available in Mumbles.

Barnstaple to Mumbles - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to Mumbles by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
7h 5m
£90–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
8h 2m
£29–86
Drive 164.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Mumblescar 164.9 mi
3h 1m
£41–59

Barnstaple to Mumbles by train and bus

77Weekly Services

7h 5mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.2 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Mumbles, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Southend Park via Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central, Swansea, Swansea station, Swansea Bus Station Stand M, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Southend Park via Bristol Bus Station, Swansea City Bus Station, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 8h 2m.

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